Seth Rogen developing spy comedy at Disney

RogenSeth Rogen is joining "The B Team," developing just like a producer on Disney's spy comedy by getting a watch towards starring.Disney did not have comment in regards to the project, presently inside the development stage. Project's devoted to some high secret agent being kidnapped, departing his technical support and researchers in order to save him.Disney setup the project three years ago at Charles Segars' Sparkler Entertainment after buying a help out the scripting team of Derek Guiley and David Schneiderman (Variety, This summer time 11, 2008). Segars was attracted on since the producer with Ilan Breil, manager in the scribes, professional creating.Rogen produced and starred in Summit's "50/50," which was nommed for just about any Spirit Award in addition to feature together with a Golden Globe inside the comedy/musical category. He's professional produced several movies he starred in -- "The Eco-friendly Hornet," "Superbad," "Pineapple Express," "Knocked Up" and "Funny People."Rogen will probably be seen next in Paramount's mother-boy road-trip comedy "My Mother's Curse" opposite Barbra Streisand. He's professional creating "Curse."Segars received "story by" credit on "National Treasure" and professional produced that pic which is follow-up.Rogen is repped by UTA and Principal. Contact Dork McNary at dork.mcnary@variety.com

Healthy Hollywood: Get Movin Monday Pedal Yourself Fit Like Katie Holmes!

First Released: December 19, 2011 1:58 PM EST Credit: Getty Images NY., N.Y. -- Caption Katie Holmes and Tom Cruise get through to the Simon Wiesenthal Centers Annual National Tribute Dinner in the Beverly Wilshire Hotel in Beverly Hillsides, Calif. on May 5, 2011 Katie Holmes requires a fierce, kick-butt fitness routine to maintain her action-loving husband, Tom Cruise. Once the actress is within NY, she will get her adrenaline moving in the indoor cycling phenom SoulCycle. This boutique studio is really a magnet to keep fit-loving stars, Iike Kelly Ripa, Brooke Shields as well as Chelsea Clinton experienced big day shape here. As Healthy Hollywood begins considering its fitness strategy for 2012, I'm certainly putting spinning out there. While indoor cycling has existed for more than ten years, theres a little of the spinning transformation thats happening. To begin with, SoulCycle is not nearly putting the pedal towards the medal and raging the body fat off just your legs rather its a complete workout. At SoulCycle riders play one pound weights around the bike, concurrently firming top of the body and core, states Elizabeth Cutler, SoulCycle co-founder. SoulCycle originates all actions in the core. Rather than being only a lower workout that develops leg muscles, at SoulCycle, riders originate all their actions using their CORE, so riders finish track of strong, tight abs rather than a push Lower (like typical indoor cycling classes) SoulCycles workouts are a pull-up to tighten, strengthen and define your ABS. Besides dealing with weights, the SoulCycle ride includes modified push-ups and core twists all and keep your ft pedaling and rocking to a mixture of pop and stylish hop hits. Yes, its a hearty 45-minute sweat session capable of burning as much as 700 calories for the way hard you push it. Enjoy it! Perfect method to start the brand new Year burn! SoulCycles workout turns peoples physiques into what they need to appear like today that is lean, strong with defined abs and core, and arms, adds Elizabeth. Yet, if you are afraid of the SoulCycle intensity do not be. Cycling classes, wherever you are taking them, could be modified for those fitness levels. At SoulCycle, we ride within the candlelight therefore the violence factor from the other riders is reduced however, we encourage new riders to possess fun and ride at their very own pace. When the instructor states to show in the resistance and you're simply working at the capacity, it's okay to show it lower. At this time SoulCycle has 7 galleries within the NY area and Miami, but is going to LA in The month of january and it is likely to open in Washington D.C. However, you are able to get in around the SoulCycle vibe having a special edition grapefruit-perfumed candle by Jonathan Adler. The candle can give your house or fitness space exactly the same soulful aura as stars favorite cycling hot place. Plus, a few of the proceeds is going to be contributed to Action for Healthy Kids, which will help prevent childhood weight problems. Take a look at world wide web.soul-cycle.com. Copyright 2011 by NBC Universal, Corporation. All privileges reserved. These components might not be released, broadcast, rewritten or redistributed.

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Though he's apparently open to reprise the role of Jason Bourne afterwards, Matt Damon is not mincing words about his last appearance since the character in 2007's Bourne Ultimatum.our editor recommendsCameron Crowe Unveils How He Attracted Matt Damon for 'We Bought a Zoo' Names His 5 Favorite MoviesBen Affleck, Matt Damon's Whitey Bulger Film Project Can get Mixed Response in BostonScarlett Johansson and Matt Damons 'We Bought a Zoo' Specific by PETA PHOTOS: Matt Damon within the 'We Bought a Zoo' Premiere The 41-year-old actor, next noticed in Cameron Crowe's We Bought a Zoo, revisited the subject of his famous action franchise in the recent interview with GQ. The bottom line is, he wasn't interested in the script. And furthermore to calling out Tony Gilroy, he places blame Universal for giving the film author a sweetheart deal that only needed one draft from him. "It's actually the studio's fault for putting themselves because position," Damon notifies GQ. "I don't blame Tony to consider a lot of cash and handing using what he handed in. It's just it had been unreadable. This is often a career-ender. I'm speaking about, I really could put this factor on eBay and it may be game over for the dude. It's terrible. It's really embarrassing. He was obtaining a try, basically, which he needed his money and left." Damon doesn't have it looking for Gilroy, though. He really felt dangerous to his comments just before the job interview being printed, following tabs on the writer to preemptively apparent some misunderstanding. PHOTOS: Matt Damon and Film Clip's 'Good Will Hunting House' together with other Hollywood Property Deals "Essentially didn't respect him and appreciate his talent, i rapidly really wouldn't have cared," Damon mentioned, mentioning to Gilroy. "My feelings were hurt. That's all. Which's the key reason why I ought to not have access to mentioned anything. That is between me and him. So saying anything freely is f---ing stupid and under professional and basically kind of douchey of me." Gilroy assumes the role of director inside the fourth Bourne film, which sees Jeremy Renner walking to the titular shoes. And Damon added he's "really yanking" with this to accomplish well. "Even though I don't have anything associated with it,Inch he mentioned. "Selfishly, it's dangerous in my experience when movie doesn't succeed.Inch PHOTO GALLERY: View Gallery 'We Bought a Zoo' Premiere Red-colored-colored Carpet Arrivals: Matt Damon, Cameron Crowe, Scarlett Johansson, Elle Fanning Related Subjects Matt Damon We Bought a Zoo

Lifetime cancels 'Against the Wall'

Lifetime has canceled first-year drama series "Against the Wall." With only 1.6 million viewers tuning in weekly for the 13-episode run, the femme-skewing cabler believed the show didn't have much of a future going forward. Skein, from creator Annie Brunner and Universal Cable Prods., starred Rachael Carpani as a Chicago cop who joins the department's internal affairs division. Co-stars included Treat Williams, Kathy Baker and Andrew Walker. "Against the Wall" drew only 1.8 million for its premiere episode July 31, with "Drop Dead Divas" as a lead-in. Lifetime, under the helm of Nancy Dubuc, has ordered a handful of pilots recently, including the Renee Zellweger-produced "Cinnamon Girl," Eric Stoltz and Ally Sheedy in "Modern Love," and Neve Campbell in "Sworn to Silence," which will run as a telepic. Also coming in 2012 is the Jennifer Love Hewitt starrer "The Client List," set for a 10-episode order. Contact Stuart Levine at stuart.levine@variety.com

Bursting within the Seams: 'New Year's Eve' together with other Movies With Many Different Stars

Nicole Kidman. . Halle Berry. Hilary Swank. Zac Efron. Robert P Niro. Jessica Biel. Katherine Heigl. Jon Bon Jovi. Sofia Vergara. Michelle Pfeiffer. What can a number of these stars share? They all are jammed into 'New Year's Eve,' the newest movie to stuff as much stars as you possibly can towards the screen. This isn't the first time Hollywood has corralled a hefty helping of stars into one flick. It's a pretty safe strategy if the involves tempting people towards the theaters ultimately, you will discover plenty of people open to go to the films to find out, well, stars. And 'New Year's Eve' seems to own someone for everyone: Heigl and Bon Jovi for your rom-com fans, SJP for your moms, Jum Michele for your Gleeks and Efron for your teenage women. Sadly, lots of stars could come in the fee for any good plot. Watching 'New Year's Eve,' for instance, feels as being similar to watching clips from eight different movies all spliced together ... while using periodic overlap, clearly. Furthermore, it seems as though casting stars needed priority over casting stars who've been suitable for the roles they were cast in. It is not easy to purchase Jum Michele and becoming an item -- no matter how cozy they've been acting together round the red-colored-colored carpets lately to market this flick. 'New Year's Eve' features another incredibly unbelievable pairing, but tell you who the unlikely duo is might be giving a lot of away. Around Personally, i can't stand not practical casting, Personally, i can't stand jerks who spoiler movies a lot more. Lots Of Stars: Hits and Misses Simply how much is just too much if the involves jamming large names into one movie? It appears to become delicate formula that could use either situation... Miss: 'New Year's Eve'Hit: 'Love, Really'Miss: 'He's Not That Into You'Hit: 'Crash'Miss: 'Nine'Hit: 'Ocean's Eleven'Miss: 'Ocean's Twelve'Hit: 'Contagion'Miss: 'Valentine's Day' See All Moviefone Galleries » Sometimes, however, getting plenty of stars works. Here's an example: 'Ocean's Eleven.' The ensemble cast incorporated Hollywood heavyweights like Kaira Pitt, George Clooney, Matt Damon and Jennifer Aniston. But due to their great chemistry together with a powerful script, the star overload didn't detract within the movie. Every character had a crucial role to sign up within the script's overarching plotline: the heist. It didn't appear such as the figures had extraneous moments only to easily fit into more screen time for one of the megastars. When the stars align as well as the celebrity-studded movies work, it's actually a beautiful factor. If this doesn't work, things will get pretty confusing with many different sub-plots going onto justify jamming all people large names towards the poster. We now have come up with a gallery highlighting most likely the wedding movies that are filled with stars in recent memory -- the truly amazing, unhealthy as well as the completely ugly. [Photos: Warner Bros.] Follow Moviefone on Twitter Like Moviefone on Facebook #fivemin-widget-blogsmith-image-701566.cke_show_edges #fivemin-widget-blogsmith-image-701566, #postcontentcontainer #fivemin-widget-blogsmith-image-701566

Katherine Heigl Set for 'The Follower'

Katherine Heigl is starting to flex her power muscles. Variety reports that the actress is closing in on a deal to produce and star in 'The Follower,' a thriller written by 'Chaos' directer/screenwriter Tony Giglio (he also wrote 'Death Race 2' and 'Death Race 3'). There are currently no plot details, but considering Giglio's previous work he's almost guaranteed to throw a car or two in the story. In addition to 'The Follower,' Heigl has had producer credits on a few of her films, including 2009's 'The Ugly Truth' and 2010's 'Life as We Know It.' She will also produce and star in the upcoming 'One for the Money,' based on the Janet Evanovich book. Heigl can be seen next in the star-studded 'New Year's Eve,' opening this weekend. [via Variety] [Photo: Getty] Follow Moviefone on Twitter Like Moviefone on Facebook

MythBusters Mistake Sends Cannonball Through House, Van

First Published: December 7, 2011 12:08 PM EST Credit: Getty Images Caption Adam Savage and Jamie Hyneman attend The Paley Center for Medias An Evening with The Discovery Channels MythBusters on June 13, 2011 in Beverly HillsDUBLIN, Calif. -- A stunt for the TV show MythBusters sent an errant cannonball through a California familys house and into a parked minivan a few hundred feet away. Producers for the Discovery Channel show fired the cannonball Tuesday at the Alameda County Sheriffs Department bomb range behind the Santa Rita Jail when it misfired. Sheriffs spokesman J.D. Nelson told the Contra Costa Times that no one was injured and the homes residents didnt even wake up until the dust was settled literally on top of them. Nelson, who is also a consultant for the show, said producers have used the cannon that they built at the range more than 50 times without incident. The cannonball was supposed to go through a few water-filled barrels and a concrete wall. Instead, it passed over the barrels, through the wall, and then took a very unfortunate bounce that sent the ball skyward, Nelson said. About 700 feet away, it bounced in front of the Dublin home, then tore through the front door and out a wall on the back of the house. The projectile then bounced at least once more and crossed the road before smashing the window and dashboard of the minivan, where it came to rest. We had some tremendous bad luck and some tremendous good luck in that no one was hurt, Nelson said. Jasbir Gill, who owns the minivan, said he and his children had just gotten home. Its scary, Gill said. I was in the van five minutes before this happened. Nelson said he did not know the exact size, speed or weight of the cannonball. The show, according to the Discovery Channel website, mixes scientific method with gleeful curiosity and plain old-fashioned ingenuity to create (its) own signature style of explosive experimentation. Copyright 2011 by The Associated Press. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten or redistributed.

Disney Channel's 'Good Luck Charlie' Holiday Movie Strikes Ratings Gold

Marni Grossman/CBS"Blue Bloods" It was another down week in the ratings following Black Friday, even with football as one of the programming choices on broadcast. CBS continued its reign atop a sleepy Friday, up against Fox's telecast of the first Pac-12 championship game between the Oregon Ducks and the UCLA Bruins. (Ducks won the game handily.) Averaging a 1.4 rating in the key 18-49 demo during primetime, CBS' lineup slipped across the board from their last originals -- with Blue Bloods seeing the biggest drop. A Gifted Man (8 million total viewers, 1.2 rating in adults 18-49 demographic) hovered around its usual demo home, but compared to two weeks ago, was down a tenth. CSI: NY (9.7 million, 1.4) dropped two tenths, while Blue Bloods (11 million, 1.6) plunged. Even so, CBS either tied (A Gifted Man) for No. 1 or won its hours (CSI: NY, Blue Bloods). Following CBS was Fox with the Ducks-Bruins football game. From 8-10 p.m., the matchup didn't prove to be a big draw as 4.3 million tuned in and the network averaged a 1.3. ABC's Extreme Makeover: Home Edition (4.8 million, 1.2) dipped slightly and Katie Couric's big 20/20 interview (4.5 million, 1.3) with a pregnant Beyonce didn't infuse a new energy at 10 p.m. ABC placed third on the night with a 1.2 average. The CW's midseason finale of Nikita (1.7 million, 0.5) dropped, while Supernatural (1.9 million, 0.7) held firm. NBC's telecast of Game of Your Life (2.2 million, 0.6) wasn't a ratings winner; Dateline (4.1 million, 1.0) followed with a steep drop. 8 p.m. Fox: Pac-12 Championship Game (4.3 million viewers, 1.3 rating in adults 18-49) CBS: A Gifted Man (8 million, 1.2) ABC: Extreme Makeover: Home Edition (4.8 million, 1.2) NBC: Game of Your Life (2.2 million, 0.6) The CW: Nikita (1.7 million, 0.5) 9 p.m. CBS: CSI: NY (9.7 million, 1.4) The CW: Supernatural (1.9 million, 0.7) 10 p.m. CBS: Blue Bloods (11 million, 1.6) ABC: 20/20 (4.5 million, 1.3) NBC: Dateline (4.1 million, 1.0) PHOTO GALLERY: View Gallery Fall TV Death Pool: Will 'Charlie's Angels,' 'Whitney' or 'How to Be a Gentleman' Be Axed First? TV Ratings

SeeFlik launches short film competitions

Aiming to provide a showcase for emerging filmmakers, newly minted SeeFlik is launching a pair of online short film competitions. The contests -- a Judge's Award and a Fans Favorite -- will be open only to students who attend or are within five years of graduation from accredited undergraduate or graduate film programs. SeeFlik, headed by longtime industry Larry Meli, touted the contests as a "farm system" for the entertainment industry. "Tens of thousands of emerging artists and filmmakers graduate from college each year and have few options other than the traditional film festivals to have their voices heard," Meli said. The first round of the contests will conclude on Feb. 29 with winners receiving $50,000 and a showcase for talent agencies and studios. The company is launching with operating capital of $1 million, funded by Wall Street execs Adam Wachter and Jeff Parket and other execs. Wachter is chief operating officer, and Parket is chief financial officer. David Greenblatt, who co-founded Endeavor, will serve as an adviser to contest winners and mentor them through the process of meeting agents, managers and studio execs. SeeFlik has tapped half a dozen industry vets to serve on its Judge's Awards panel -- Michael London, Shane Black, Angelo Pizzo, Keir Pearson, Robert Kamen and Suzanne de Passe. The Fans Favorite competition will employ "American Idol"-style voting, in which the winning short is determined by the number of votes received. "SeeFlik puts in one place a great forum for emerging filmmakers to be discovered," Greenblatt said. SeeFlik has also signed up nearly 20 film schools as affiliates to cover various forms are marketing including schools at Florida State U., NYU, Syracuse U., UCLA and USC. The competitions are not limited to students and alumni from the affiliated schools, and SeeFlik plans to expand the network of film schools. To be eligible, films must be original and no longer than 25 minutes. Contestants enter by uploading films digitally to the SeeFlik site. Contact Dave McNary at dave.mcnary@variety.com

London Theater Turns England's Riots Into a Drama

LONDON (AP) It sounds like a tough sell for an evening out: Come relive the London riots.But that is the offer currently packing audiences into London's Tricycle Theatre, a small venue that has built a big reputation with fact-based plays about divisive issues, from Guantanamo Bay to the wars in Iraq and Afghanistan."The Riots," which opened this week, vividly recreates the mayhem that raged for four nights in August through the testimony of real people residents, police, politicians, community workers and the rioters themselves.Director Nicholas Kent said the play was intended to take the place of a public inquiry into the riots, which the government has declined to hold."It didn't have to happen," Kent said. "That's the thing I totally took away from our work on the play."It seemed to us important to explore the reasons for the riots and people's motivations and what happened and what our response was to it as Londoners and how we could prevent something like that happening again."The riots were triggered by the fatal police shooting, in disputed circumstances, of 29-year-old Mark Duggan in the working-class London district of Tottenham on Aug. 4. The play shows how Duggan's death led, partly through accidents and missteps, to Britain's worst civil unrest in a generation. The mayhem across London and other English cities left hundreds of millions of pounds' worth of property damage, as well as pain and questions, in its wake.Writer Gillian Slovo and her researchers taped 56 hours of interviews with everyone from police officers on duty in Tottenham that night to community leaders, young looters and a man left homeless by arson. They even heard from two people imprisoned for rioting, who wrote to the theater with their stories after the Tricycle put an ad in a prison newspaper.The conservative Daily Mail newspaper criticized the company for giving criminals a voice, but Slovo said the rioters' viewpoint was vital."I do think it's important for us to listen and to see how they got caught up, what they think about it afterwards and what provoked them to do it," she told BBC radio. "Because otherwise how can you make sure that this won't happen again?"Although a few senior politicians including London Mayor Boris Johnson and Home Secretary Theresa May declined to participate, many agreed to give interviews, as did top police officers. Kent said many police and politicians were as shocked by the riots as most Britons, and wanted to learn the lessons.Kent, who has led the Tricycle since 1984, plans to step down next year. Under his leadership, the 250-seat venue in a scruffy part of north London has gained international acclaim with documentary dramas and verbatim plays which mold real people's words into compelling theater.In 2003, "Justifying War" recreated the legal inquiry into the death of David Kelly, a weapons expert caught up in a storm about the British government's case for war with Iraq. The next year, "Guantanamo Honor Bound to Defend Freedom" drew on the testimony of terrorist suspects detained at the U.S. naval base in Cuba. The play transferred to London's West End and ran off-Broadway in NY.Although the theater has a left-wing reputation, it has won fans in high places. Earlier this year "The Great Game," its cycle of short plays covering 200 years of Afghan history, was summoned by The Pentagon for a command performance for senior U.S. defense officials and military brass.London critics were enthusiastic about "The Riots." The Independent called it a "taut, illuminating two-hour show," while the generally conservative Daily Telegraph praised it as "thought provoking and admirably evenhanded."The play is a patchwork that asks more questions than it answers: Was it a race riot? Was it protest or criminality? Were street gangs or government cuts to blame? Could it happen again?There are no comfortable or easy answers, but plenty of striking details that have the ring of truth and often humor as well.The play conveys how different the experience of the riots felt, depending on vantage point. It captures the distress of victims, the fear of police officers holding the line against a mob, and the excitement of participants caught up in the mayhem."It looked like Hollywood had come down, set up everything to look like a mad war zone," says one anonymous rioter, wide-eyed with excitement.Another boasts of his haul from looting: shoes, electronics and a Harry Potter DVD box set. "I don't even like Harry Potter."The emotional heart of the play is provided by Tottenham resident Mohamed Hammoudan, who fled his apartment with his two young sons after rioters set the store below it ablaze. Compellingly played by Selva Rasalingham, he is reflective and wry, describing the surreal experience of standing amid rioters watching his home burn to the ground.He also gets the last word, when he is asked for three words to sum up the rioters.After a long pause, he replies: "Just angry people.""The Riots" is at London's Tricycle Theatre until Dec. 10.Copyright 2011 Associated Press. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.

What are the Secrets of 'Hugo'? (And 24 Other Urgent Questions)

This Thanksgiving weekend, 'Hugo' -- a movie that is being marketed to children, that was directed by the guy who once filmed a scene of a man having his head crushed in a vise -- will be released at a theater that's at least within driving distance of where you are sitting right this second. What is 'Hugo'? Why should you see 'Hugo' instead of, or along with, other family fare 'The Muppets' and 'Arthur Christmas'? As a service we answer every question that you could possibly have about Martin Scorsese's 'Hugo.' Q: Is this the movie with the dog? A: You have two things wrong here: You're thinking of Steven Spielberg's 'The Adventures of Tintin,' which you're then confusing with Rin Tin Tin. Q: So the dog's name is 'Hugo'? A: 'Hugo' is not about a dog. Hugo Cabret (Asa Butterfield) is a young boy who lives in a Paris train station. Q: Why does Hugo live in a train station? A: Because his father (Jude Law) died in a fire, leaving Hugo parentless. He's sent to work for his uncle (Ray Winstone), who also happens to have a serious issue with alcohol. Q: How many films has Jude Law been in this year? A: Including the upcoming 'Sherlock Holmes' sequel, just three. Which is his limit since the Jude Law Movie Regulation Act of 2004 was passed. Q: Is Hugo's uncle violent? A: No. Just absent and unreliable. Hugo takes it upon himself to continue his uncle's job of winding the clocks at the train station. Q: Why would Hugo continue to do this? Is the train station compensating Hugo? A: Hugo does not seem to be getting paid for his efforts, but he does use his time at the station to steal parts to fix a broken automan that he and his father had been working on before his father's death. Q: Oh, I remember Automan. It was a television series in 1983 staring Dezi Arnez Jr. A: No, in this case, an automan is a mechanical man who, once wound, can perform certain tasks. In this case, Hugo's automan can write. Q: What does the automan write? A: Well, that's what Hugo wants to find out. He thinks it might be a message from his dead father. But his plans are thrown of course when he's caught stealing by Georges Méliès (Ben Kingsley) who turns Hugo over to the local train station inspector (Sacha Baron Cohen). Q: Oh, does Sacha Baron Cohen reprise his role as... A: No. Before you even ask, stop. Q: Wait, the director Georges Méliès? A: Well, yes. And Hugo soon befriends Méliès' Goddaughter, Isabelle (Chloe Grace Moretz). Q: Is 'Hugo' one of your favorite movies of the year? A: Yes. Q: What can you say to convince me to see 'Hugo'? A: Nothing. Because you won't. And most likely you have no idea that this movie is intended for you, not young children. Q: Wait, does a gangster have his head squashed in a vise at any point during 'Hugo'? A: No. 'Hugo' is certainly safe for children, but as the movie progresses, its central plot changes drastically. Q: How does the plot change? A: It becomes less a movie about Hugo and more a movie about Georges Méliès. I do fear that the more I say, the less surprised you will be while watching 'Hugo.' Q: Because the dog, Tintin, shows up? A: Oh for fuck's sake, Tintin is not a dog. Again, that's Rin Tin Tin. Q: Ah, so Rin Tin Tin makes a surprise cameo? A: Yes. Exactly. That's the big surprise: Rin Tin Tin, a dog that's been dead for 50 years. Q: Will anyone see 'Hugo' this weekend? A: That's the problem: If people knew more what 'Hugo' is about, they'd most likely be more inclined to see it. But, unfortunately, the more that's revealed about 'Hugo,' the less a person would enjoy the experience. Q: Will you make an unnecessary analogy? A: Sure! It's as if I were trying to sell you a clump of Play-Doh (I'm going on the assumption here that kids love Play-Doh) only hidden inside the Play-Doh is Georges Méliès. Q: Is Hugo the best 3-D you've ever seen? A: Yes. Q: Is 'Hugo' Martin Scorsese's best work in the past ten years? A: Yes. Q: What film made you happier upon leaving the theater: 'Hugo' or 'The Muppets'? A: The joy from 'The Muppets' was more intense, like I had just smoked an entire bag of Fun Dip. (I'm originally from Missouri, we smoke our Fun Dip to prepare for our eventual Crystal Meth addiction). But 'Hugo' left me with a more warming, all encompassing type of happiness. (You know, like from heroin.) Q: Will most patrons choose to see 'Hugo' in 3-D? A: Most patrons will not only skip out on depth, but will most likely skip height and width, too. Q: If you could pick your own quote to be blurbed in the commercials for 'Hugo' this weekend, what would you pick? A: "'Hugo' is en fuego" Mike Ryan, Moviefone Q: Um... you realize that doesn't rhyme, right? A: It's close. And I thought it was clever: you know, sticking with the French theme and all... Q: No, it's not. I mean, really, it's not close at all. Also, that's not even French, it's Spanish. A: Eh, fuck it. You can contact Mike Ryan directly on Twitter. Follow Moviefone on Twitter Like Moviefone on Facebook

'Rocky: The Musical': Sylvester Stallone Announces New Venture With Klitschko Brothers

Ach du lieber, Rocky sings? Yep, and he'll likely be belting out the movie anthems 'Gonna Fly Now' and 'Eye of the Tiger' -- except in German. The boxing champ will hit the stage in an all-new musical that will debut first in Hamburg. Sylvester Stallone, along with world champion boxing brothers Wladimir and Vitali Klitschko, announced the project on Monday in Cologne, Germany. Said Stallone about the musical: "Rocky is a love story and he could never have reached the final bell without Adrian. To see this story coming to life on a musical stage makes me proud. And it would make Rocky proud." The Klitschko brothers will co-produce and train the actor selected for the lead. The world debut of the German-language production will be in Hamburg in November 2012 and Stallone then plans to take the English version on tour around the world. Tapped for the task of bringing Rocky to musical life? Thomas Meehan ('The Producers') will write the script, while 'Ragtime's' Tony-award winning lyricist Lynn Ahrens and composer Stephen Flaherty will tackle the musical side of things. Tony Award nominee Alex Timbers set to direct. The first 'Rocky' movie won three Oscars, including Best Picture and Best Director in 1976. Stallone, who went on to reprise the role in several sequels, was nominated for his original screenplay as well as Best Actor. [via THR] [Photo: Getty] Follow Moviefone on Twitter Like Moviefone on Facebook

A Night Time With Patti LuPone and Mandy Patinkin

A Staci Levine, Dodgers, Jon B. Platt, Jessica R. Jenen presentation of the concert in 2 functions. Directed by Mandy Patinkin. Created by Patinkin and Paul Ford. Music direction, Ford. Sets, David Korins costumes, Jon Can Coskunses lights, Eric Cornwell seem, Daniel J. Gerhard dance consultant, Ann Reinking production stage manager, Matthew Aaron Stern. Opened up November. 21, 2011, examined November. 20. Runs through Jan. 13, 2012. Running time: 2 Hrs.With: Patti LuPone, Mandy Patinkin, Paul Ford, John Beal."Old folks sit around through the tv, sighing one perpetual sigh," based on Kander and Ebb's song "Old Folks," which opens the 2nd act of "A Night Time With Patti LuPone and Mandy Patinkin." LuPone and Patinkin aren't old folks, except possibly to theatergoers very young or 20s, and they're still vibrant entertainers. However the atmosphere of "old folks" -- along with a nostalgic, sit-around-with-buddies-in-the-living-room feeling -- spreads throughout the affair. Enjoyable and sweet aren't words you may ordinarily connect with one of these two, however their Broadway concert is both. The happy couple -- who first starred opposite one another in Andrew Lloyd Webber's "Evita" in 1979 -- bring a number of the old miracle towards the Barrymore, most noticeably when he sings "Oh Exactly what a Circus" and she or he sings "Don't Cry for me personally Argentina," both from "Evita." Additionally they each reprise among their other signature amounts. However the relaxation from the evening is showtunes, most of which seem sensible originating from LuPone and Patinkin yet others of that do not. The show is moored by extended portions of "South Off-shore" and "Slide carousel." They are type of interesting, somewhat like watching two Broadway stars stretching themselves in scene class. (It's difficult to express what someone not really acquainted with these Rodgers and Hammerstein classics will make of those clips-with-song, but it is unlikely that somebody not really acquainted with "South Off-shore" and "Slide carousel" would wander into "A Night Time With Patti LuPone and Mandy Patinkin.") With all this exercise, one does not anticipate seeing LuPone's Nellie Forbush or Patinkin's Billy Bigelow, although Patinkin has got the makings of the effective Emile p Becque in "South Off-shore." The happy couple became a member of together for any personal appearance ten years ago and labored it into an action they have been touring between gigs since. Hence the easy setup: a black stage with Steinway along with a couple of chairs, a lengthy rectangular scrim for lighting and 28 ghost lights of different dimensions and colours for decoration. No orchestra, naturally for the reason that they frequently play one-nighters. This isn't a hindrance, as pianist Paul Ford and bassist John Beal, a couple of present day finest theater music artists, are a slave to in Mandy's family room. Or stage right, rather. NYers have previously days seen concerts not just from Hugh Jackman in the Broadhurst, but Audra McDonald and Cheyenne Jackson on separate dates at Carnegie Hall. Many patrons continue to be speaking about these nights and would go in a go for any repeat viewing. LuPone and Patinkin have been in exactly the same rarefied class of theater stars, however their present vehicle is basically likably friendly. Through the years, have sometimes had well-promoted battles using their collaborators. Here, together, they're involved in an appreciation fest and therefore are nothing otherwise very comfortable. Therefore we get LuPone and Patinkin without their edge, which might be considered a positive thing. Contact the range newsroom at news@variety.com

Ezra Burns: 'Akira' Remake Not 'Next Move' [Exclusive]

Despite reviews that Ezra Burns was on narrow your search of stars testing to look within the remake of 1990 Japanese anime film 'Akira,' the youthful actor revealed solely to Moviefone he will not be showing up within the movie. "It isn't true," he stated inside a phone interview. "That, You can be assured, won't be a real possibility.Inch Burns is not but respect for that franchise, but demands that right now he isn't thinking about going after that type of role. "It is a beautiful Japanese epic and i believe it will be a really entertaining, fun film, but no, it isn't my next move," he stated. His approaching films include 'Another Happy Day,' Toronto Worldwide Film Festival hit 'We Have to Discuss Kevin,' and also the 2012 release 'Perks to be a Wallflower.' On Tuesday, reviews appeared that 'Twilight' star Billy Burke continues to be offered the feminine lead role in 'Akira.' Other stars rumored to participate the reboot include Keira Knightley, Gary Oldman, Garrett Hedlund and Helena Bonham Carter. Follow Moviefone on Twitter Like Moviefone on Facebook

Google gaga for slice of music biz

Google product manager Paul Joyce talks in the launch from the Google Music service in La on Tuesday. Mounting a belated challenge to Apple's dominance from the digital music retail market through iTunes, search giant Google revealed its full music service, named Google Music, in a press conference in La on Wednesday. Google released a music cloud-storage service in invitation-only beta in May and it has now opened up that service as much as all U.S. citizens customers can store as much as 20,000 tunes within their personal cloud "locker" free of charge. More particularly, the organization introduced it would begin selling music through its Android Market, with all of music purchases added immediately towards the cloud and on all connected Web and mobile products. "Other cloud music services think you spend to hear music you have. We do not,Inch stated Jamie Rosenberg, Google's director of digital content for Android, inside a not-so-veiled search at Apple, whose similar Match service charges a $25 annual fee. Label groups taking part in Google's retail option include Universal Group, The new sony Music Entertainment and EMI, in addition to large indie groups for example Merlin, the Orchard and Beggars Group. Google has yet to achieve a contract with Warner Group, whose content won't be immediately available. "We anticipate adding new partners because they decide to come onboard," stated Zahava Levine, Google's director of content close ties. Google's retail site, as shown, isn't particularly not the same as Apple's, with tracks varying in cost from 69 to $1.29. Site will offer you numerous exclusive tracks from the kind of the Moving Gemstones, Coldplay and Busta Rhymes (who had been sitting within the audience in the conference), in addition to daily giveaways. Executives recommended a chance to share bought music with buddies around the company's Google+ social networking platform. Upon purchasing a track or album in the Android Market, a person can send a streaming copy by utilizing Google+ or entering individual emails, and readers can pay attention to full suggested tracks and albums once through free of charge. T-Mobile customers can also get a choice of adding Google Music purchases for their monthly phone bill. Another critical distinction involves Google Music's ease of access to artists who self-release music. While iTunes requires a middleman (may it be an archive label or perhaps a digital distributor for example TuneCore) to put music in the marketplace, Google allows bands to upload music directly for sale, in addition to determine and alter their very own prices. While Google like a company certainly has got the heft to challenge Apple, unseating iTunes will nonetheless be considered a tall order. ITunes has already established approximately ten years to determine itself because the world's biggest music store, and also the distinctions that Google has attracted should be viewed as slight enhancements for an established model. The lack of WMG content (which in fact had a 20% share of the market this year) may also hurt, especially as that submissions are broadly on iTunes and Amazon . com and through on-demand streaming services. Contact the range newsroom at news@variety.com

Steven Spielberg Is One Step Closer To Directing Epic Moses Film

Now that Steven Spielberg’s The Adventures of Tintin has made its world premiere and his Christmas drama War Horse is already garnering Oscar buzz, the director is free to plan his next epic directorial project. According to Deadline, the filmmaker is considering getting biblical with Warner Bros. for Gods and Kings, a gargantuan film that will chronicle Moses’s entire life. Are you interested in Spielberg’s take on the Old Testament? The project, based on a sweeping script from Michael Green (who created Spielberg’s upcoming television series The River) and Stuart Hazeldine (Paradise Lost), will encompass the biblical figure’s life, chronicling the Jews’ emancipation from Egypt, the Burning Bush and the Ten Commandments. While Spielberg has reportedly not had any formal meetings with Warner Bros., he is interested in overseeing Gods and Kings. Of course, with a filmmaker as busy as Spielberg, the issue is not interest but availability. Currently, Spielberg is filming his political biopic Lincoln, which stars Daniel Day-Lewis as the 16th president of the United States. Next up, the director is slated to tackle the robot apocalypse feature, aptly titled Robopocalypse. He is also attached to a variety of other projects in executive producer capacity including Men In Black III and Jurassic Park IV as well as television projects Terra Nova, Smash and The Talisman. If Gods and Kings comes to fruition, it could be our generation’s The Ten Commandments. And if it doesn’t, we may just have to leave the Old Testament adaptations to Mel Gibson, who has teamed up with Warner Bros. to develop a film about Judah Maccabee. Whose Old Testament retelling would you be more interested in seeing? (Jewish leaders, we already know your answer.) · Warner Bros Goes To The Mountaintop For Moses Epic [Deadline]

And Now a Final Word About Jack and Jill

Glenn Kenny didn’t quite make the cut in last week’s scathing critical responses to Jack and Jill, but his withering postscript deserves a look: “One thing I did not get into in my review of Jack and Jill for MSN Movies was just how (ostensibly) insultingly sub-pro forma is its actual filmmaking. It isn’t even just a matter of how obviously its indifferent redemption-narrative structure is the Avid-enabled equivalent of a very sloppy butter sculpture. The indifference is felt in almost every aspect [… T]his is the first time it really hit home for me just how mindful Sandler, director Dennis Dugan, and the rest of the perpetrators are with respect to keeping overhead down. Good lord.” [Some Came Running]

McCarthy high on Odd jobs

McCarthy "Win Win" writer-director Tom McCarthy has set up a two-year first-look deal with OddLot Entertainment, covering film, TV and all media outside of McCarthy's acting work.OddLot will provide overhead and development fund for McCarthy. The banner's looking at McCarthy's next directorial project as the first project to fall under the new deal. McCarthy and Kate Churchill, his director of development and production, will be based in NY. Sierra/Affinity will rep foreign sales on all films OddLot develops and produces with McCarthy as director, producer or writer.McCarthy's resume includes writing and directing "The Station Agent" and "The Visitor" and story credit with Pete Docter and Bob Peterson on Disney's "Up." Acting credits include "Flags of Our Fathers," "Syriana," "Good Night and Good Luck," "Meet the Parents" and "Little Fockers" along with being featured in the final season of "The Wire."OddLot principal Gigi Pritzker said, "Tom is a real visionary and talent. His passion and intelligence comes through in his work."McCarthy said of OddLot: "Their proven mission of supporting artists while providing creative freedom is exactly what I was looking for in a partner."OddLot was a producer on "Drive" and it's in pre-production on "Ender's Game" based on Orson Scott Card's novel about the resistance to an extraterrestrial alien invasion. Gavin Hood will direct, and Alex Kurtzman and Roberto Orci will co-produce with OddLot's Gigi Pritzker and Linda McDonough, along with Card and Lynn Hendee. Digital Domain is also a producing partner with Summit, which will release the pic in 2013.The deal was negotiated by McCarthy's reps at Gersh and attorney Andrew Hurwitz of Schreck Rose and by OddLot's Aaron Michiel. Contact Dave McNary at dave.mcnary@variety.com

Keck's Exclusives: Peter Dinklage Fantasy Island's New Tattoo

Peter Dinklage Emmy-winning Bet on Thrones star Peter Dinklage is planning to put on the small whitened suit worn by Fantasy Island partner Tattoo inside a large-screen biopic of French-born Filipino actor Hervé Villechaize. "He was an incredible painter and did lots of charitable organisation use children but had tremendous heartbreak," states Peter from the actor, who committed suicide in 1993 - almost ten years after being fired from Fantasy Island on the financial dispute. Peter, who at 4'5" includes a couple of inches around the 3'11" Hervé, is excited to utter Tattoo's trademark line, "The plane! The plane!" He states his fantasy could be for just one of his favorite Latin stars to consider over for that late Ricardo Montalbán as Mr. Roarke. "Antonio Banderas must do it!" I swept up with Antonio in the Hamilton Honours presented by L.A. Private magazine, even though flattered through the suggestion, he states, "I had been forever in such awe of Ricardo. He performed my dad in Spy Kids 2 and grew to become a buddy. I simply don't believe I possibly could get it done.Inch Oh, well, I hear Erik Estrada's available. Sign up for TV Guide Magazine now!

Legendary 'Bonnie and Clyde' Costume Designer Dies at 83

Veteran costume designer Theadora Van Runkle has died at the age of 83. Best known for her Oscar-nominated work on 'Bonnie and Clyde,' Van Runkle got her start as a sketch artist for award-winning designer Dorothy Jeakins ('The Sound of Music, 'The Ten Commandments'), and would later be recommended for the 'Bonnie and Clyde' job by Jeakins herself. Her costumes for Faye Dunaway and Warren Beaty in the film became iconic, cementing Van Runkle as one of the premiere designers in the business. She would later receive Oscar nominations for 'The Godfather Part II' and 'Peggy Sue Got Married.' According to the Costume Designers Guild, Van Runkle died this past Friday of lung cancer. She is survived by her son Max, her daughter Felicity and her grandson Teo. [via LA Times] The Costumes of Theadora Van Runkle See All Moviefone Galleries » Follow Moviefone on Twitter Like Moviefone on Facebook

'The Innkeepers' Trailer Promises Intense Ghosts (Video)

The whole trailer for director Ti West's spooky haunted hotel tale, The Innkeepers remains released, revealing a ghost story a little more explicit in comparison to unseen problems in the Paranormal Activity movies. The film stars Sara Paxton and Pat Healy since the last employees from the going-out-of-business hotel in Connecticut. Before they close the entrance doors for your final time, the pair decide to find proof your accommodation can be as haunted as has extended been thought. The film, which opened up within the South-By-Southwest Film Festival in March of 2011, was shot on location in the Yankee Pedlar Motel that's placed. The motel, located in Torrington, Connecticut, is allegedly haunted. However, the problems that are guaranteed inside the trailer for West's film appear a lot more extreme than anything reality provides. The film will probably be on Video if needed on 12 ,. 30 too as with theaters on February 3, 2012. The Innkeepers

Amanda Seyfried May Play Porn Star Linda Lovelace in New Biopic

First it was Kate Hudson. Then potentially Olivia Wilde. Now it appears Amanda Seyfried may star in 'Lovelace,' a new biopic about the life of infamous porn star Linda Lovelace. Variety reports that Seyfried is in talks to lead the Rob Epstein and Jeffrey Friedman-directed film, with Peter Sarsgaard negotiating to play her abusive husband Chuck Traynor. Epstein and Friedman ('Howl') were reportedly first discussing the roles with Hudson and James Franco earlier this year. The pair called their film a "nontraditional biopic" which would focus on how Lovelace's tragic life birthed the current climate of celebrity. "The seeds of celebrity culture were just beginning to sprout then, and while the phenomenon of Linda Lovelace feels so familiar with all the Web celebrity stuff we're inundated with now, but back then it was really something new," Friedman to the Los Angeles Times in April. "There was also the evolution of sexual consciousness in this country, and she became the poster child for various phases of that." Lovelace starred in the 1972 porn film 'Deep Throat,' which was a huge financial success despite its racy content. Traynor met Lovelace when she was just a school-girl, and -- following their divorce -- she alleged that he coerced her into the porn business. In her later years, Lovelace became an anti-pornography advocate; she died following a car accident in 2002. 'Lovelace' is not to be confused with 'Inferno,' the Linda Lovelace biopic that Lindsay Lohan was set to star in last year; Lohan was replaced by Malin Akerman, and that film is still in some stages of development. Seyfried is currently onscreen in 'In Time.' [via Variety] [Photo: Getty] Follow Moviefone on Twitter Like Moviefone on Facebook RELATED

Report: Conan O'Brien to Officiate Gay Wedding on TV

Conan O'Brien Conan O'Brien is bringing his TBS late-night show to NY next week, and while he's here, O'Brien will officiate a gay wedding, TVGuide.com has confirmed. O'Brien will marry a longtime staffer and his partner on-air during one of next week's episodes, according to Vulture, which first reported the news. A source from the show tells TVGuide.com that it's still unclear which night the wedding will take place. Top Moments: Conan's triumphant reunion and a pleasurable Horror Story This isn't the first time a wedding has occurred on late-night television. In 1969, more than 21 million viewers watched musician Tiny Tim marry Miss Vicki on Johnny Carson's The Tonight Show. Conan's week of broadcasts from NY's Beacon Theater - which will celebrate O'Brien's one-year anniversary on TBS - begin Monday at 11/10c on TBS.

Top Chef: Just Desserts' Matthew: I Felt Such as the Odd Guy Out

Top Chef Just Desserts: Matthew Matthew Petersen required a risk also it did not repay. Not even close to a showpiece specialist, the very best Chef: Just Desserts finalist elected to create a sugar showpiece rather than a chocolate one - that they was acquainted with - within the finale, simply to have mind judge Johnny Iuzzini criticize him to take the gamble. "I desired to achieve that to possess a chance," he informs TVGuide.com. "It isn't something I actually do. I make plated desserts. I do not make showpieces. ... However I was totally stoked [with the way it switched out]. It had been standing! It looked good and most importantly, I had been happy with it." See what else he needs to say about being the underdog, why he did not want sous chefs and coming Gail Simmons' mind with speculoos.Top Chef: Just Desserts' Orlando: I apologize basically came off because the villainWere you surprised Chris won? Matthew: Well, I wasn't sure in the judges' perspective. But quite honestly, that type of finale was ideal to Chris and Sally simply because they did that type of a contest before. They have both done major competitions like this and that i just felt such as the odd guy out because I do not do this and that i never really cared to achieve that, and so i was the underdog. It had been frustrating after i discovered exactly what the challenge was since it wasn't things i desired to do, however i did not possess a choice. I needed to put my happy face on and enjoy it.Johnny belittled you for carrying out a sugar showpiece since you are at ease with chocolate. Would you regret doing sugar? I seem like should you have had done chocolate, they might just switch it and say you should have taken more risks.Matthew: You're right! [Laughs] Which was the way in which I figured about this. I am at ease with chocolate, so from my perspective, basically might make that sugar piece look much better than other things within the room, i quickly were built with a better shot at winning. I desired to consider every shot I possibly could because Sally had Orlando. Had she not selected him, I would have selected him, and so i understood I desired every millimeter I possibly could reach go forward of individuals two.Did you've got a large amount of trouble which makes it?Matthew: Oh, sure. There's items that you learn when you are along and also you make individuals things day in and day trip. However I don't [make sure they are] normally. I recognized a few things i should and should not did. I am talking about, it's one of individuals what exactly you need lots of knowledge about. I recall asking Orlando a couple of questions by what I ought to do. He was gracious enough that helped me to.What have you think about Sally getting Orlando essentially make her whole showpiece?Matthew: I'd mixed feelings at that time, but quite honestly, whenever you consider it, they gave us sous chefs to complete stuff for all of us. Guess what happens? Whether it was her vision and she or he stated, "Go get it done,Inch then kudos to her because that is what you need to do like a chef. I actually do it every single day in the restaurant. I tell my cooks I want this, might another factor, plus they go get it done. That's the actual way it is.VIDEO: Are Simply Desserts' Gail Simmons and Johnny Iuzzini up for any Top Chef crossover?Can you used Orlando within the same capacity had you reached choose him?Matthew: Oh, obviously! Without doubt!And they could be demeaning you for depending on him.Matthew: [Laughs] Yeah, most likely! However it would have been awesome because I would have learned something on the way. My showpiece would have looked 100 occasions better.How have you use Megan and Carlos?Matthew: Well, I needed the 3 people versus one another. I did not want sous chefs. I did not want help. I needed to complete everything myself, and so i would be a little frustrated that people got sous chefs because I felt like I'd set my build up personally to get it done. I had not arrange it to ensure that others may help me. When others were introduced in it, it type of put me for any loop and that i wasn't quite ready to delegate. ... It type of pissed me off. I attempted to place a great spin onto it and provide them stuff to achieve that I understood I wouldn't have to pay much focus on. I'd Megan scaling stuff out for me personally and that i would assemble it. I'd Carlos focus on more intricate things because I understood his body of labor much better than I understood Megan's, and so i reliable him doing the greater intricate things. No offense to Megan. It is simply my degree of knowledge of their capabilities. [Carlos and that i were really close and that i desired to get him to on my small team.You had been surprised they gave you sous chefs? They have usually cut back past participants as sous chefs.Matthew: Yeah, I had been and that i wasn't. I felt getting the MOFs [Meilleur Ouvrier p France titlists] there is type of our sous chef factor, then when we arrived the 2nd day, I had been prepared to do everything work myself. I had been really surprised after i saw the relaxation from the participants standing there, however i did the very best which i could.4 reasons we are sweet on the top Chef: Just Desserts Season 2Are you obligated for their services?Matthew: Uh, well, It would have looked pretty bad [basically had not]! [Laughs]The idol judges did not much like your plated dessert presentation. Was the playground layout something you had been set on from the beginning? Matthew: Which was my vision right from the start. I could've stiffened up after and managed to get neater. A variety of it came lower to execution throughout plate-up time. It had been, like, 10, 12 steps on each plate and also you multiply that by 10 or 11 people, that's lots of steps to complete within, I believe we'd, fifteen minutes. I believe I bit off a bit more than I possibly could chew by using it and that i could not allow it to be look the way in which I needed, and so i most likely should have simplified it a bit and managed to get a bit more refined.Do you consider you possessed additional time for that dessert? Sally could not complete her spheres.Matthew: I am unsure since you take a look at my dish and also you take a look at Sally's dish, and i believe she attempted to behave a la minute, which wound up biting her within the butt. But her dish really was simple in the manner it looks, then when you consider it, it's like, she should have had time for you to assemble it and managed to get look great because in the finish during the day, it had been a sphere, a canal and i believe there is a streusel along with a cream around the plate. I am unsure in which the fault lies - most likely using the chefs!Had you been surprised Gail did not understand what speculoos was? Her mind was completely blown.Matthew: [Laughs] Really I had been. I believe the only real ones who understood it were Johnny and Hubert [Keller]. Everybody else was type of tossed because of it, which surprised me since it is a very traditional French spread cookie. I came across it a few years back and I have been deeply in love with it since. I personally use it virtually every fall. This is exactly why I needed to make use of it - I understood it had been something obscure that does not everyone is aware of, and so i was happy they loved it.What exactly are you so far?Matthew: I have just concentrated on work ... and merely trying to puzzle out the following best factor for me personally. Clearly, I wish to ride this gravy train as lengthy when i can and extremely bring some contact with the restaurant and things i do. We have implemented a dessert-tasting menu at CityZen. ... It is a three- or four-course dessert-tasting menu at our bar and it will likely be inspired by what's happening within the menu, however it will not be things around the menu, so each time you are available in, you will have different things. And clearly, it'll change using the seasons. That's something I have always aspired to do for a long time and that i seem like CityZen is the best platform for your, so I am certainly likely to begin working more about that.

The famous host the famous host oprah Winfrey, Take advantage of Lauren Raise $7 Million by Speaking Live at Lincoln subsequently subsequently Center

Ray Busacca/Getty Images for Take advantage of Lauren The famous host the famous host oprah Winfrey used a red-colored-colored portrait neck-line gown and red-colored-colored heels to interview Americana designer Take advantage of Lauren on March. 24 inside a live benefit that elevated over $7 million for Lincoln subsequently subsequently Center as well as the Take advantage of Lauren Center for Cancer Care and Prevention.our editor recommendsOprah Using the YearsHollywood's Top Earners PHOTOS: The famous host the famous host oprah With time It had not been their first chat. The famous host the famous host oprah initially asked Lauren in May on one of her final Tv program episodes. But she didn't save any hard striking q's for your second meeting, communicating with them for instance "How'd you are capable of being so darned American?" "Had you been ever scared?" "Exactly why is you most proud?" NEWS: OWN Develops The famous host the famous host oprah Winfrey's 'Lifeclass' Here's some private Lauren deets The famous host the famous host oprah handled to pry in the designer. When he watches videos of his old fashion shows, his hands get sweaty. He keeps all his old clothes: "You never know when you're need to them." On his constant reinvention: "Forty-five years of copying, this is why I'm here." Finally, Winfrey mused about never getting seen a genuine Lauren fashion show. And surprise, surprise, don't you understand she got one. Lauren mentioned, "Let me demonstrate, The famous host the famous host oprah" and many 50 models walked occur in designs from his Spring 2012 collection. PHOTOS: Hollywood's Top Earners Inside the audience at the publish-show dinner: Actress Camilla Bell, Jerry Seinfeld, Michael J. Fox, Diane von Furstenberg, Anna Wintour, Naomi W, Graydon and Anna Carter, Nate Berkus, Matt Lauer, John and Jane Williams., Gayle King Michael J. Fox, and wife Dr. and Lisa Oz, Wendi Deng Murdoch, Al Roker, Tom Brokaw, Assault Gets worse, Deborah Roberts, Bryant and Hilary Gumbel, Martha Stewart, and Barbara Walters. STORY: The famous host the famous host oprah to Interview Take advantage of Lauren Live in New you are able to city Some stars even arrived at request Lauren their unique questions throughout the interview. Today show weather anchor Al Roker asked for "Is One Able To get yourself a discount?" Lauren clarified "Al Roker? Sure. I watch him constantly. Yes." Williams preferred to understand his favorite vehicle. Lauren recognized, "This is actually the most difficult one. All of them are such as the kids.Inch Andy Cohen, host of Bravo's Watch What Continues Live wanted the designer's opinion about individuals who've duplicated his American style. Always a category act, Lauren nicely demurred, "I don't consider them." Fashion Anna Wintour Jerry Seinfeld The famous host the famous host oprah Winfrey Take advantage of Lauren Red-colored-colored Carpet Assault Gets worse

'Star Wars Episode I: The Phantom Menace 3D' Trailer: Where's Jar Jar? [UPDATE]

UPDATE: Not remarkably, people at last century Fox required a clip lower. We'll ensure to be in the moment it posts again. When the poster for your 3d re-relieve 'Star Wars Episode I: The Phantom Menace' was released captured, it absolutely was notable because Jar Jar Binks -- the scourge in the 'Star Wars' world -- was nowhere to look. That narrative holds true in this apparently new trailer for 'The Phantom Menace,' that's heavy on shots of Darth Maul and space battles, but light on Naboo's most annoying citizen. Per the upload, this trailer carried out before some prints of 'The Three Musketeers' in the last weekend. It is not the state Lucasfilm release however, so watch it now before it'll get yanked off YouTube. 'The Phantom Menace' -- with Jar Jar Binks -- involves 3d on Feb. 10. [via CinemaBlend] Follow Moviefone on Twitter Like Moviefone on Facebook RELATED

Shia LaBeouf's (Alleged) Knife, and 5 Other Stories You'll Be Talking About Today

Happy Thursday! Also in today’s edition of The Broadsheet: Behold the Matt Damon/John Krasinski braintrust… Mark Romanek may be a surprising heir to Ron Howard… More sad news about Transformers 4… and more. · The guy who restrained Shia LaBeouf after the actor’s beat-down this week alleged that LaBeouf — who was visibly wasted well before the pummeling — threatened to pull a knife on the aggrieved bargoer who later kicked his ass. “Well, what if I grabbed my knife on you?” were his attributed words, which are basically the only words I’m ever going to say again in the midst of conflict. Try it! It feels great. [TMZ] · Matt Damon will make his feature directorial debut on a project he co-wrote… with John Krasinski. The two will also co-star in the as-yet-untitled film about a salesman whose life changes when he arrives in a small town; little more is known about the project beyond Dave Eggers having reportedly helped Krasinski develop the idea. Speculate away! [THR] · Mark Romanek is said to be the frontrunner to helm The Lost Symbol, the third installment of films based on the bestselling Da Vinci Code series of books. Ron Howard, who directed the first two hit adaptations, bowed out a while ago. [Deadline] · Speaking of Sony movies, the studio has decided at the last minute to platform Roland Emmerich’s historical thriller Anonymous, launching Oct. 28 in 250 theaters and going wide from there. [Deadline] · As if it weren’t depressing enough to consider the next Transformers films without Michael Bay in the director’s chair, now we have to move forward with Jason Statham also denying that he’ll be in them. Thursday, you are cruel! [MTV] · John Singleton is suing, saying Paramount owes him at least $20 million in unpaid producer’s fees for Hustle & Flow and Black Snake Moan. Considering he might never work again after Abduction, let’s hope for the best. [TMZ] [Photo: TMZ]

Anne Hathaway Joins 'Les Miserables'

Remember when Anne Hathaway took to the Oscars stage to great acclaim? No, the entirety of her hosting gig wasn't a success, but when she sang "On My Own" opposite Hugh Jackman at this year's show, she impressed everyone with her Broadway-ready vocals and moves. Well, Anne is ready to reunite with her Oscar partner (Jackman, not Franco) as Deadline reports that the star has signed on as Fantine in an upcoming big screen adaptation of "Les Miserables," with Jackman appearing as Jean Valjean. The film promises to be a star-studded affair Besides Hathaway and Jackman, Russell Crowe will star Inspector Javert. Names like Emma Watson, Hayden Panettiere, Geoffrey Rush and Helena Bonham Carter have been tossed around for the roles of Eponine, Cossette and the Thenardiers. Tom Hooper, fresh off his Oscar success for the Kings Speech, will direct. 2012 promises to be a banner year for Hathaway: as fanboys know very well, shes currently busy kicking butt in skin-tight leather gear as Selina Kyle in "The Dark Knight Rises." Once filming on that summer release wraps, she will switch gears and move on to work on Les Miserables, which has a scheduled released date of December 7, 2012. Theres no doubt Hathaway has the musical ability to pull off the role of the tragic Fantine. Shes appeared in numerous stage productions, including an acclaimed turn as Viola in a 2009 Central Park staging of Shakespeare's "Twelfth Night." Do you think Anne Hathaway will make a good Fantine in "Les Miserables?" Tell us what you think in the comments section and on Twitter!

Bette Davis Appreciated at Private Memorial Service

Bette Davis's family and buddies compensated tribute towards the late actress throughout a personal memorial held Sunday around the Warner Bros. lot in Burbank.our editor recommendsElizabeth Taylor Dies at 79Barbara Walters Recalls Last Hospital Conversation With Elizabeth TaylorDebbie Reynolds, Madonna Remember Elizabeth TaylorDebbie Reynolds Discloses How She Forgave Elizabeth TaylorRelated Subjects•Elizabeth Taylor (1932-20... Nearly 400 people attended the memorial, which happened within the Steven J. Ross Theater, to pay for their respects towards the actress, who died March 23 of congestive heart failure at 79. PHOTOS: Bette Davis's Existence in Pictures Colin Farrell located the big event, throughout which loudspeakers including Michael Caine and Taylor's stepdaugher Kate Burton compensated tribute towards the late actress' existence and career and shared tales about her humor, generosity and determination to complete operate for which she supported. Mike Nichols, who directed the actress for an Oscar-winning performance in Who's Scared of Virginia Woolf?, led a relevant video message. Grand son Rhys Tivey performed "Amazing Sophistication" around the trumpet, an audio lesson that his grandmother loved. Meanwhile, Elton John closed this program having a performance of "Blue Eyes" like a tribute to Taylor. PHOTOS: Hollywood's Notable Deaths This program also featured tributes to Taylor's career outdoors of Hollywood, including her effective Elizabeth Arden scents Whitened Diamonds and Passion in addition to her advocacy with respect to people coping with Aids/Helps. "My mother was an remarkable lady whose existence touched a lot of, the majority of whom we can't know," boy Michael Wilding stated. "Our whole household is very happy with her achievements, and understand what a distinctive and special go through it ended up being to have her within our lives. Today it had been especially significant for all of us to get along with a lot of good buddies to celebrate her spirit, which is around forever." Wilding was at her mother's side when she died together with various other children: Christopher Wilding, Liza Todd and Maria Burton. REPORT: Bette Davis Worth As much as $1 Billion sometimes of Dying Coordinators of Sunday's event are asking individuals who wish to pay tribute to Taylor to lead towards the Bette Davis Helps Foundation at world wide web.elizabethtayloraidsfoundation.org. Related Subjects Colin Farrell Elton John Michael Caine Obituaries Bette Davis

AMC Systems Strikes Deal With Netflix For Your Walking Dead Together With Other Programming

Beverly Slopes, Calif. and NY, NY, October 7, 2011–Netflix Corporation. and AMC Systems Corporation. have showed up in a multi-year certification agreement that may make prior seasons of AMCs considerably-acclaimed original series, The Walking Dead, available exclusively to Netflix people inside the U.S. and Canada. Season among the Walking Dead will probably be presently available. Additional seasons in the Walking Dead, additionally to particular future AMC and Sundance Funnel programming, will probably be streaming instantly to Netflix people just right before the premiere of subsequent seasons. Netflix has furthermore licensed non-exclusive rights inside the U.S. to select scripted and unscripted shows, which can also be provided before the following season debut. Including programming from within the AMC Systems portfolio of AMC, IFC, Sundance Funnel, which we tv. Specific series include IFCs Portlandia as well as the Progressively Poor Options of Todd Margaret WE televisions Braxton Family Values, My Fair Wedding, and Bridezillas and Sundance Channels All In Danger with Joe Zee and ladies That Like Boys That Like Boys. Netflix was already the streaming home of Mad Males and Breaking Bad in the usa and Latin America, mentioned Ted Sarandos, Netflix Chief Content Officer. We are delighted to remain in business directly with AMC Systems. AMCs programming sensibilities have struck a chord with this particular people together with the general viewing public. AMC Systems Leader and Boss Josh Sapan stated, This agreement sports ths cable ‘ecosystem’ by considering making our content available to Netflix nearly yearly carrying out a linear premiere, it brings our content with a wider audience, plus it provides additional revenue to assist output of new shows.”

Apple Co-Founder Steve Jobs Dies At 56

First Published: October 5, 2011 8:30 PM EDT Credit: Getty Images Caption Apple Inc. CEO Steve Jobs holds up the new iPad as he speaks during an Apple Special Event at Yerba Buena Center for the Arts January 27, 2010 in San Francisco, Calif.CUPERTINO, Calif. -- Steve Jobs, the Apple founder and former CEO who invented and masterfully marketed ever-sleeker gadgets that transformed everyday technology, has died. He was 56. Apple announced his death Wednesday without giving a specific cause. The company says, Steves brilliance, passion and energy were the source of countless innovations that enrich and improve all of our lives. The world is immeasurably better because of Steve. Jobs had battled cancer in 2004 and underwent a liver transplant in 2009 after taking a leave of absence for unspecified health problems. He took another leave of absence in January his third since his health problems began before resigning as CEO six weeks ago. The news Apple fans and shareholders had been dreading came the day after Apple unveiled its latest version of the iPhone. Copyright 2011 by The Associated Press. All Rights Reserved. Copyright 2011 by NBC Universal, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten or redistributed.

5 Questions For Tuesday's Rumored apple iphone 5 Launch

Apple is holding a "Let us Talk apple iphone" press event at its Cupertino headquarters onTuesday morning (10 am PT/1 pm ET). Most experts expect Apple introducing a brand new apple iphone, up-to-date apple ipods, and new software features. But just what the tech giant has up its sleeve is really a mystery. Here's five questions starting Tuesday's event:our editor recommendsAnalysts estimate 50% margins for Apple iPhoneApple Doubles Q2 Profit Because of iPad, apple iphone, Mac Sales'Evil Dead' iPad and apple iphone Shooter Game Starting Analyst: Steve Jobs' Boss Departure May Have 'No Impact' on Apple 1. Is Apple delivering an apple iphone 5? Not. AT&T has already been selling apple iphone 5 cases with different rumored new design, despite the fact that it's not even close to certain that's what's going to be introduced by Apple. Apple launched a beta from the latest version of iTunes a week ago that contained code referencing an apple iphone 4S--a souped up version from the current model--but nothing a good apple iphone 5. One factor appears certain: Apple will discontinue the 3GS making the present apple iphone 4 the brand new entry-level budget model. STORY: Kindle Fire: Exactly what the Experts Say 2. May be the ipod device classic dead? Most likely. The final model in Apple's line-up that has the initial click wheel along with a hard disk seems to become on its last legs. It had been the only real model to not have an update this past year and Apple removed click wheel games from iTunes a week ago. Though it's still well-liked by DJs and music aficionados who wish to take with you 1000's of tunes, Apple appears prepared to ignore it in support of a bigger capacity ipod device Touch. 3. Is Voice Assistant the brand new killer application? Absolutely. Apple is rumored to become presenting voice recognition because the next fantastic aspect for that apple iphone. With Assistant customers will have the ability to problem spoken instructions like "plan a ending up in Tom at noon on Tuesday" and also have the apple iphone combine it with your calendar. Assistant will even incorporate a voice-to-text feature so customers know "Text Sally which i'll be late" and also the apple iphone will convert that to text, place it into an SMS message, and send it. Awesome. The Assistant can also be rumored to have the ability to speak in a conversational style therefore if a person states "text Sally" it could respond "Sally Stevens or Sally Cruz?" Even cooler. One large clue this is originating it's calling the big event "Let us Talk." STORY: Apple Worker Manages to lose apple iphone 5 Prototype in Bar (Report) 4. Will the brand new guy do okay? Yep. This really is Tim Prepare's first solo product introduction since he changed Jobs as Apple Boss on August 24. Apple did a few occasions without Jobs as they was on medical leave last year-2010, however the spotlight is completely on Prepare. He might not have Job's stature or charisma, but Apple PR is really a properly-oiled machine he'll do fine. Think about Prepare as Leno to Job's Carson. STORY: Apple Boss Jobs' Resignation Puts Spotlight on Normally Secretive Tim Prepare 5. Can we obtain a surprise? Hopefully so. Jobs was famous to save the very best stuff for last, announcing "yet another factor" just when a celebration appeared over. Famous "yet another things" range from the Mac laptop Air, the ipod device touch, and The face-time video calling. If Apple has something really awesome planned for Tuesday expect it in the future in the very finish. Related Subjects

Glee: The 10 Best and 10 Worst Performances

Glee We know. With hundreds of numbers to choose from, the only appropriate reaction to such a list is: Only 10 best performances? Are there such things as "worst" Glee performances? Our omissions are even more stunning, but know they were mighty tough calls. "Somebody to Love" or "Keep Holding On"? There's only room for one power pop ballad that moves you to tears. Kurt, we salute your inspired "Single Ladies" moves, but that song wasn't so much sung as it was danced to. "Proud Mary" was so good, but in terms of jaw-dropping performances from Artie, we had to go with another. How Glee boss Ryan Murphy plans to win you back in Season 3 What did make the list? Mercedes, singing with supreme attitude; Rachel, doing Barbra justice; Vocal Adrenaline, clobbering New Directions; and plenty more candy for the eyes and ears. Less fun was choosing the least inspired performances. Quinn should never attempt Motown; Lauren should never sing, period; and sorry Puck, but we weren't too moved by your ode to Beth. Without further cheerleading (or lamenting), click here to read the list! (Also, since "Don't Stop Believin'" is indisputably the greatest moment in the history of Glee, we agreed to leave it off and buy ourselves an extra "best" spot. Just go with it.) Watch videos from Glee When you're done, feel free to tell us how right - and wrong - we were in the comments below. We can take it. A new episode of Glee airs Tuesday at 8/7c on Fox.

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Take A Look At TV's Unsexiest Sex Moments, Vol. IV

Nina Dobrev Nina Dobrev is recuperating after she states she experienced a concussion around the group of The Vampire Journals. Did Stefan and Damon result in the cut? See our listing of favorite TV and movie vampires of the underworld "Still feeling unwanted effects in the concussion I acquired on set," the 22-year-old actress tweeted on Monday. "Ouchie. Positive thing crimson is a great color on me otherwise..." No further particulars were immediately available about just how and/or when she was hurt, but tweeting is a vital step on the path to recovery.

John Malkovich Delighted By Role As Siberian Mobster

VILNIUS, Lithuania -- John Malkovich says his latest acting role, an aging Siberian mobster trying to raise his grandson to be an honorable crook, proved to be a delightful experience. The movie, Siberian Education, is set in Trans-Dniester, now a separatist republic between Moldova and Ukraine, though filming of the U.S.-Italian production took place in Lithuania and wrapped up this week. Malkovich plays Kuzja, an old recividist exiled to Trans-Dniester along with numerous other ex-convicts by Soviet authorities in the waning years of the Soviet Union. Kuzja tries to teach his grandson Kolyma the films main protagonist, played by Lithuanian actor Arnas Fedaravicius the arcane rules of criminal morals. It is an interesting story about the way of life that most of audience would not know about, Malkovich said Friday before leaving Lithuania. Things are so much global and Americanized. Its interesting to think of that kind of (criminal) culture that the film addresses is kind of becoming extinct. I found this experience delightful, he added. The film is based on a memoir by Nicolai Linin, also called Siberian Education, that was critically acclaimed for its portrayal of childhood innocence amid a community of violent men who romanticize their criminal life. Malkovich, 57, praised Italian director Gabriele Salvatores for balancing his instincts with those of the actors. It is certain that Gabriele has terrific balance between knowing what he wants and being willing to be surprised. Thats not the easiest balance to have, but I think better directors have that, he said. I think directing is a terrible job. Its an awful lot of pressure, and I think the part the actor should bring is to give your best performance, your best opinion, but to bring something to work instead of making the director always tell you what to do, Malkovich said. As a director I find that very tiresome, he added. Copyright 2011 by Associated Press. All rights reserved.This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten or redistributed.

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Kirstie Alley: I Want Love, Not Sex!

LOS ANGELES, Calif. -- Kirstie Alley has a new bod, and shes now looking for a new man! The easiest thing on this planet is to [find sex], but I dont see the merit in that, the 60-year-old actress, who recently dropped an astonishing 100 pounds, told People. What Im looking for is someone who loves me deeply, Kirstie, who recently strutted her new figure during NY Fashion Week, continued. And is madly in love with me, for me. The actress, who has been divorced twice, is looking to take responsibility for both the good and the bad in future relationships. I think when you get into the mind-set of, Oh, this guy did this to me, you arent taking responsibility, the star, who has teenage children son True and daughter Lillie with second husband Parker Stevenson, told the mag. In the final hour, its actually what you did to you. Shes also hoping to find a guy who can step up for her if needed. I wasnt looking for the right thing before, the former Dancing with the Stars contestant said. I want someone who has my back. And if Im being attacked, they fricking attack back. Now, thats bravery. Copyright 2011 by NBC Universal, Inc. All rights reserved.This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten or redistributed.

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IFC Midnight Takes Multiple Rights to 'Penumbra'

IFC Midnight has grabbed rights todirectors Adrian and Romero Garcia Bogliano's Penumbra in North America, Malaysia and Singapore. The deal was closed on the eve of the film's world premiere Thursday at Fantastic Fest. Cristina Brondo, Camila Bordonaba and Berta Muniz star in the Argentina-set story of a lawyer who runs into mysterious trouble when she tries to rent out an apartment she's inherited on the day of a solar eclipse. The Boglianos wrote the screenplay, andHoracio and Esteban Mentasti and Alberto Trigo are executive producers. "We've been big fans of Adrian and Romero Garcia Bogliano since we saw Cold Sweat," said Sundance Selects/IFC Films presidentJonathan Sehring. "We're thrilled to be in business with them on Penumbra, which shows them only growing stronger as filmmakers. Cristina Bondo gives an amazing performance as the Boglianos slowly and expertly turn up the dread and tension in this thrilling film." Sundance Selects/IFC Films execJeff Deutchman negotiated the deal with XYZ Films' Nate Bolotin on behalf of the filmmakers. IFC Midnight has recently releasedThe Human Centipede (First Sequence), Vengeance and Super. Upcoming films include Snowtown and The Human Centipede 2 (Full Sequence). International Asia

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When Taylor Lautner Wept

I know we all kind of visualize Taylor Lautner as a big strapping serving of beefcake and cheese, but the Abduction star is sensitive, too. Just ask him how he reacted to both the end of production and an early-edit screening of Breaking Dawn, Part 1. Or don’t ask him! Fine! Either way, here’s your Buzz Break. [via BuzzSugar] · “Is Scarlett Johansson Dating Kieran Culkin?” (Spoiler alert! No.) [People] · Is it time for iconic manic pixie dream girl Zooey Deschanel to change up her persona? (Spoiler alert! Yes.) [Salon] · As the 1,000,000th person cast in Lincoln, playing Confederate VP Alexander Stevens, Jackie Earle Haley wins an all-expenses-paid trip for two to DreamWorks HQ for a personal meeting with Steven Spielberg. I’m sure there will be balloons. [Deadline] · I’ve been saying it for years to incredulous ears, but finally Science confirms: “Smokers are less likely to be obese. And the declining use of cigarettes across the country — due to both tightening pocketbooks and new laws (thanks, Mayor Bloomberg) — accounts for a bigger increase in the obesity rate in the U.S. than any other factor.” So! Light up for your health! [The Atlantic Wire via The Awl]

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Controversy Erupts Over Russias Oscar Entry

MOSCOW - The Russian film community is waiting for the solution to a major controversy that has erupted over Russia's entry in the foreign language Oscar race, as actor/director Vladimir Menshov, head of the national Oscar committee, called on Nikita Mikhalkov to pull out his film, Burnt by the Sun 2: Citadel, approved by a majority vote. "I'm waiting [for Mikhalkov to respond], but the film is being prepared to be sent out," Menshov told a news conference in Moscow on Wednesday. "Formally, the procedure was observed." In accordance with the Russian Oscar Committee rules, Mikhalkov has until Oct. 1 to pull the film out. On Wednesday, he was not available for comment. Earlier this week, the majority of the Russian Oscar committee members voted for Citadel, but Menshov's vehemently opposed the decision. "Even if we ignore the fact that audiences and critics hated the film, Citadel is part of a series," he was quoted as saying by Moskovskiye Novosti daily. "How can anyone who is out of the context make any sense of it?" Citadel, which was released last May, was one of the year's biggest flops at the Russian box office. The $45 million second part of the Burnt by the Sun 2 saga grossed only $1.5 million in local theaters. Meanwhile, back in 1995, Mikhalkov's Burnt by the Sun, to which the current film is a sequel, won the Best Foreign Language Film Oscar. Related Topics Oscars International

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'Balm in Gilead' and 'Drowsy Chaperone' Win Top Innovative Theatre Awards

'Balm in Gilead' and 'Drowsy Chaperone' Win Top Innovative Theatre Awards By Suzy Evans September 20, 2011 Photo by Suzy Evans Lead actor winners Nick Paglino and Kristen Vaughan with presenter actor John Glover. The Gallery Players' "The Drowsy Chaperone" and T. Schreiber Studio's "Balm in Gilead" took home the top prizesfor outstanding production of a musical and outstanding production of a play, respectivelyon Monday night at the 2011 NY Innovative Theatre Awards, which honor Off-Off-Broadway theater."They say Off-Off-Broadway is a labor of love, and my God, feel the love in this room," said lead actress winner Kirsten Vaughan in her acceptance speech. Vaughan won for her work in Retro Productions' "Benefactors."The audience erupted in rapturous applause with the announcement of every winner, carrying the evening to a long three hours at Cooper Union's Great Hall. Comedian Harrison Greenbaum hosted the ceremony."I'm a theater guy, so I've never had cheerleaders before," Greenbaum joked after an opening sketch by the Passion Crest Violators Fictional Cheerleading Squad. "I think theater might be the closest we get to real magic."There was magic in the room, as winners delivered heartfelt speeches and almost everyone received a standing ovation. "The Drowsy Chaperone" was the big winner of the night, also taking home the awards for outstanding ensemble, choreography, and costume design.Nick Paglino and Deanna McGovern won the awards for lead actor and featured actress for their work in Godlight Theater Company's "An Impending Rupture of the Belly." NY newcomer David Darrow won featured actor for Project Y Theatre's "The Revival," a play he was cast in two months after moving to the city. "Wow, this is cool," he said with honest shock in his voice.Nat Cassidy, who previously won for best full-length script in 2009, won for outstanding solo performance for "Things at the Doorstep: An Evening of Horror Based on the Works of H.P. Lovecraft."Well-known artists, many of them with roots in Off-Off-Broadway, presented several awards. Playwright David Henry Hwang gave the award for outstanding original short script to Isaac Oliver for "Come Here," produced by F*It Club, and the award for original full-length script to Jonathan Blitstein for "Keep Your Baggage With You (at all times)," produced by Artists Empire.Celebrated lyricist Richard Maltby Jr. presented the award for original music to Cormac Bluestone for Pipeline Theatre Company's production of "The Caucasian Chalk Circle." Mark Valdez won the same award for the same play, produced by Performance Lab 115, in 2010. "I love Off-Off-Broadway!" Bluestein exclaimed with his win.Actor John Glover, a surprise guest, presented the lead actor trophies, and actor Jay O. Sanders presented the featured actor trophies. "I believe in NY theater," Sanders said. "It's why I choose to live in NY. I just think it's exciting as hell to be here."Susan Stroman presented the award for best director to Leslie Kincaid Burby for "The Navigator," produced by the WorkShop Theater Company, and Jeanine Tesori presented the award for outstanding production of a musical."Thank you for the applause," Tesori graciously said after an extended welcome, joking that she recommended applause after a long day of working and parenting.The ceremony also featured four special awards, including an honor for outstanding stage manager, presented to Laura Schlachtmeyer. The IT Awards is the only organization to give an award for stage management, according to executive director Jason Bowcutt. Horse Trade Theater Group received the Ellen Stewart Award, Robert Patrick received the Artistic Achievement Award, and Flux Theatre Ensemble received the Caffe Cino Fellowship Award.A new award was announced for next year. Starting in 2012, the IT Awards will present the Doric Wilson Emerging Playwright Award, in honor of the renowned Off-Off-Broadway playwright, who died in May.As the evening wore on, the host made sure the attendees weren't too worried about missing that night's TV shows. "I'm missing the roast of Charlie Sheen!" Greenbaum mocked, as an audience member shouted "Winning!" "I don't want to spoil it for you, but he's a douche."Finally, celebrated playwright and screenwriter John Patrick Shanley presented the award for best production of a play. After poking fun at his own beginnings in Off-Off-Broadway and calling the audience "failure-loving lunatics," he revealed why the work is important."I love the theater," Shanley said. "Why? Because I'm crazy."The complete list of nominees and winners is below. (The winners are in bold.)2011 Special AwardsArtistic Achievement Award: Robert PatrickEllen Stewart Award: Horse Trade Theater Group Caff Cino Fellowship Award: Flux Theatre EnsembleOutstanding Stage Manager: Laura Schlachtmeyer Outstanding Ensemble Whitney Branan, Jennifer DiDonato, Tauren Hagans, Robert Anthony Jones, Edward Juvier, Lorinne Lampert, Aaron J. Libby, Jake Mendes, Trey Mitchell, Jan-Peter Pedross, Colin Pritchard, Megan Rosenblatt, Chloe Sabin, Dawn Trautman, Craig Treubert, Tyler Wallach, Eric Weaver, "The Drowsy Chaperone," The Gallery Players Tonya Canada, Megan Hill, Polly Lee, Michael Levinton, Hugh Sinclair, Laura von Holt, Donya K. Washington, Stephanie Weeks, Merlin Whitehawk, "(oh my god I am so) THIRST(y)," Little Lord (a theater company)Seth Allen, Ian Bell, Esteban Benito, Jill Bianchini, Dennis Brito, Tommy Buck, Lowell Byers, Ian Campbell Dunn, Belle Caplis, Amanda Catrini, Lawrence Crimlis, Lily DePaula, Warren Douglas, Jordan Feltner, Stephanie Iscovitz, Brad Martocello, Mariel Matero, Jevon McFerrin, Erica Lauren McLaughlin, Alona Metcalf, Sebastian Montoya, Michael Murray, Jason Pumarada, Orlando J. Rivera, Olivia Roric, Stephanie Seward, Lisa Sobin, Eric Spear, Christine Vega, Stewart Villilo, Jonathan Wilde, Richard Zekaria, "Balm in Gilead," T. Schreiber StudioHeather E. Cunningham, David Ian Lee, Matthew Semler, Kristen Vaughan, "Benefactors," Retro ProductionsRichard Ginocchio, Jenny Lee Mitchell, Matt Muszynski, Aldo Perez, Jonathon Roberts, Matthew Talmage, "Radio Purgatory," Theater THEMarc Bovino, Joe Curnutte, Michael Dalto, Henry Vick, Stephanie Wright Thompson, "The Tremendous Tremendous," The Mad OnesFred Backus, Hope Cartelli, Stephen Heskett, Kent Meister, Josh Mertz, Robert Pinnock, Shelley Ray, "Theater of the Arcade: Five Classic Video Games Adapted for the Stage," Piper McKenzie & the Fifth Wall in association with the Brick TheaterOutstanding Solo Performance Nat Cassidy, "Things at the Doorstep: An Evening of Horror Based on the Works of H.P. 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Harriell, Rachel Klein, and Ashley Morgan Monroe, "Circus of Circus," The House of Yes Aaron Haskell, "Wake Up, You're Dead," La MaMa Experimental Theater Club Austin McCormick, "Nutcracker Rouge," Company XIV Elisabetta Spuria, "disOriented," Theatre CoOutstanding Lighting Design Duane Pagano, "The Navigator," WorkShop Theater Company Joie Bauer, "Brownsville Bred," Del Valle ProductionsAlex Fabozzi, "Someone Who'll Watch Over Me," The Collective NY Ben Hagen, "The Revival," Project Y Theatre Company Ryan Metzler, "St. Nicholas," Theatre of the Expendable Stan Pressner, "Pass the Blutwurst, Bitte," La MaMa Experimental Theater Club Eric Southern, "The Caucasian Chalk Circle," Pipeline Theatre CompanyOutstanding Costume Design Ryan J. Moller, "The Drowsy Chaperone," The Gallery Players Krista Amigone, "Someone Who'll Watch Over Me," The Collective NY Kae Burke, "Circus of Circus," The House of Yes Hwi-won Lee, "The Country Wife," Odyssey Productions Machine Dazzle, "The Walk Across America for Mother Earth," Talking Band in association with La MaMa Experimental Theater Club Zane Pihlstrom, "Nutcracker Rouge," Company XIV Anne Wingate, "Balm in Gilead," T. Schreiber StudioOutstanding Set Design Kevin Judge, "The Revival," Project Y Theatre Company Matt Brogan, "Balm in Gilead," T. Schreiber Studio Duane Pagano, "The Navigator," WorkShop Theater Company Jason Paradine, "Dog Act," Flux Theatre Ensemble Jeff Stander, "Dear Ruth," Retro Productions Hal Tine, "The Changing Room," T. Schreiber StudioOutstanding Sound Design Aldo Perez, "Radio Purgatory," Theater THE Tim Boyce, The Spring Fling, F*It Club Quentin Chiappetta, "The Navigator," WorkShop Theater Company Andy Cohen, "Balm in Gilead," T. Schreiber Studio M.L. Dogg, "The Land Whale Murders," Shelby Company Christopher Loar, "(un)afraid," NY Neo-Futurists Amit Prakash, "The Revival," Project Y Theatre CompanyOutstanding Innovative Design Kae Burke, aerial and circus rigging design, "Circus of Circus," The House of Yes Matt Acheson and Tom Lee, puppet design, "The Secret History of the Swedish Cottage," Swedish Cottage Marionette Theatre Volodymyr Klyuzko and Mikhail Shraga, projection design, "Raven," La MaMa Experimental Theater Club Alex Koch, video and projection design, "Feeder: A Love Story," terraNOVA Collective Hugh Morris, art installation, "Michael & Edie," The Greenpoint Division Tatsushi Tahara, film and cinema design, "Radio Purgatory," Theater THEOutstanding Original Music Cormac Bluestone, "The Caucasian Chalk Circle," Pipeline Theatre Company Chris Chappell and Frank Padellaro, "Theater of the Arcade: Five Classic Video Games Adapted for the Stage," Piper McKenzie & the Fifth Wall in association with the Brick Theater Live Footage, "Displaced Wedding," New Worlds Theatre Project George MacDonald, "The Country Wife," Odyssey Productions Aldo Perez, "Radio Purgatory," Theater THE Colonna Sonora, "Woyzeck," Toy Box Theatre CompanyOutstanding Original Short Script Isaac Oliver, "Come Here," The Spring Fling, F*It Club Vincent Marano, "My Baby," Ingenius Short Play Festival, Manhattan Theatre SourceClay McLeod Chapman, "Diary Debris," "The Pumpkin Pie Show: Amber Alert," Horse Trade Theater GroupClay McLeod Chapman, "Sixteen Again," "The Pumpkin Pie Show: Amber Alert," Horse Trade Theater GroupAaron Wigdor Levy, "Monroe, Illinois: Over Here/Townie," On the Square Productions Anna Ziegler, "If," The Spring Fling, F*It Club Outstanding Original Full-Length Script Jonathan Blitstein, "Keep Your Baggage With You (at all times)," Artists Empire Eddie Antar, "The Navigator," WorkShop Theater Company Jeff Lewonczyk, "Theater of the Arcade: Five Classic Video Games Adapted for the Stage," Piper McKenzie & the Fifth Wall in association with the Brick Theater Sara Montgomery, "Weekend at an English Country Estate," Ateh Theater Group Matt Pelfrey, "An Impending Rupture of the Belly," Godlight Theatre Company Matt Wilson, "Play America (Life Is Short, Wear Your Party Pants)," Sister SylvesterOutstanding Performance Art Production "Locker #4173b," NY Neo-Futurists "(un)afraid," NY Neo-Futurists "Hold Music," PegLeg Productions/Culture Project's Women Center Stage 2011 "Radio Purgatory," Theater THE "The Bitter Poet: Looking for Love in All the Wrong Black Box Performance Spaces," The Bitter Poet "Wake Up, You're Dead," La MaMa Experimental Theater Club "Woman of Leisure and Panic," soloNOVA Arts FestivalOutstanding Production of a Musical "The Drowsy Chaperone," The Gallery Players "(oh my god I am so) THIRST(y)," Little Lord (a theater company) "A Christmas Carol," Literally Alive "Reefer Madness: The Musical," The Gallery Players "The Human Comedy," Astoria Performing Arts Center "The Walk Across America for Mother Earth," Talking Band in association with La MaMa Experimental Theater ClubOutstanding Production of a Play"Balm in Gilead," T. Schreiber Studio "Benefactors," Retro Productions "Circus of Circus," The House of Yes "St. Nicholas," Theatre of the Expendable "The Navigator," WorkShop Theater Company "The Revival," Project Y Theatre Company 'Balm in Gilead' and 'Drowsy Chaperone' Win Top Innovative Theatre Awards By Suzy Evans September 20, 2011 Lead actor winners Nick Paglino and Kristen Vaughan with presenter actor John Glover. PHOTO CREDIT Suzy Evans The Gallery Players' "The Drowsy Chaperone" and T. Schreiber Studio's "Balm in Gilead" took home the top prizesfor outstanding production of a musical and outstanding production of a play, respectivelyon Monday night at the 2011 NY Innovative Theatre Awards, which honor Off-Off-Broadway theater."They say Off-Off-Broadway is a labor of love, and my God, feel the love in this room," said lead actress winner Kirsten Vaughan in her acceptance speech. Vaughan won for her work in Retro Productions' "Benefactors."The audience erupted in rapturous applause with the announcement of every winner, carrying the evening to a long three hours at Cooper Union's Great Hall. Comedian Harrison Greenbaum hosted the ceremony."I'm a theater guy, so I've never had cheerleaders before," Greenbaum joked after an opening sketch by the Passion Crest Violators Fictional Cheerleading Squad. "I think theater might be the closest we get to real magic."There was magic in the room, as winners delivered heartfelt speeches and almost everyone received a standing ovation. "The Drowsy Chaperone" was the big winner of the night, also taking home the awards for outstanding ensemble, choreography, and costume design.Nick Paglino and Deanna McGovern won the awards for lead actor and featured actress for their work in Godlight Theater Company's "An Impending Rupture of the Belly." NY newcomer David Darrow won featured actor for Project Y Theatre's "The Revival," a play he was cast in two months after moving to the city. "Wow, this is cool," he said with honest shock in his voice.Nat Cassidy, who previously won for best full-length script in 2009, won for outstanding solo performance for "Things at the Doorstep: An Evening of Horror Based on the Works of H.P. Lovecraft."Well-known artists, many of them with roots in Off-Off-Broadway, presented several awards. Playwright David Henry Hwang gave the award for outstanding original short script to Isaac Oliver for "Come Here," produced by F*It Club, and the award for original full-length script to Jonathan Blitstein for "Keep Your Baggage With You (at all times)," produced by Artists Empire.Celebrated lyricist Richard Maltby Jr. presented the award for original music to Cormac Bluestone for Pipeline Theatre Company's production of "The Caucasian Chalk Circle." Mark Valdez won the same award for the same play, produced by Performance Lab 115, in 2010. "I love Off-Off-Broadway!" Bluestein exclaimed with his win.Actor John Glover, a surprise guest, presented the lead actor trophies, and actor Jay O. Sanders presented the featured actor trophies. "I believe in NY theater," Sanders said. "It's why I choose to live in NY. I just think it's exciting as hell to be here."Susan Stroman presented the award for best director to Leslie Kincaid Burby for "The Navigator," produced by the WorkShop Theater Company, and Jeanine Tesori presented the award for outstanding production of a musical."Thank you for the applause," Tesori graciously said after an extended welcome, joking that she recommended applause after a long day of working and parenting.The ceremony also featured four special awards, including an honor for outstanding stage manager, presented to Laura Schlachtmeyer. The IT Awards is the only organization to give an award for stage management, according to executive director Jason Bowcutt. Horse Trade Theater Group received the Ellen Stewart Award, Robert Patrick received the Artistic Achievement Award, and Flux Theatre Ensemble received the Caffe Cino Fellowship Award.A new award was announced for next year. Starting in 2012, the IT Awards will present the Doric Wilson Emerging Playwright Award, in honor of the renowned Off-Off-Broadway playwright, who died in May.As the evening wore on, the host made sure the attendees weren't too worried about missing that night's TV shows. "I'm missing the roast of Charlie Sheen!" Greenbaum mocked, as an audience member shouted "Winning!" "I don't want to spoil it for you, but he's a douche."Finally, celebrated playwright and screenwriter John Patrick Shanley presented the award for best production of a play. After poking fun at his own beginnings in Off-Off-Broadway and calling the audience "failure-loving lunatics," he revealed why the work is important."I love the theater," Shanley said. "Why? Because I'm crazy."The complete list of nominees and winners is below. (The winners are in bold.)2011 Special AwardsArtistic Achievement Award: Robert PatrickEllen Stewart Award: Horse Trade Theater Group Caff Cino Fellowship Award: Flux Theatre EnsembleOutstanding Stage Manager: Laura Schlachtmeyer Outstanding Ensemble Whitney Branan, Jennifer DiDonato, Tauren Hagans, Robert Anthony Jones, Edward Juvier, Lorinne Lampert, Aaron J. Libby, Jake Mendes, Trey Mitchell, Jan-Peter Pedross, Colin Pritchard, Megan Rosenblatt, Chloe Sabin, Dawn Trautman, Craig Treubert, Tyler Wallach, Eric Weaver, "The Drowsy Chaperone," The Gallery Players Tonya Canada, Megan Hill, Polly Lee, Michael Levinton, Hugh Sinclair, Laura von Holt, Donya K. Washington, Stephanie Weeks, Merlin Whitehawk, "(oh my god I am so) THIRST(y)," Little Lord (a theater company)Seth Allen, Ian Bell, Esteban Benito, Jill Bianchini, Dennis Brito, Tommy Buck, Lowell Byers, Ian Campbell Dunn, Belle Caplis, Amanda Catrini, Lawrence Crimlis, Lily DePaula, Warren Douglas, Jordan Feltner, Stephanie Iscovitz, Brad Martocello, Mariel Matero, Jevon McFerrin, Erica Lauren McLaughlin, Alona Metcalf, Sebastian Montoya, Michael Murray, Jason Pumarada, Orlando J. Rivera, Olivia Roric, Stephanie Seward, Lisa Sobin, Eric Spear, Christine Vega, Stewart Villilo, Jonathan Wilde, Richard Zekaria, "Balm in Gilead," T. Schreiber StudioHeather E. Cunningham, David Ian Lee, Matthew Semler, Kristen Vaughan, "Benefactors," Retro ProductionsRichard Ginocchio, Jenny Lee Mitchell, Matt Muszynski, Aldo Perez, Jonathon Roberts, Matthew Talmage, "Radio Purgatory," Theater THEMarc Bovino, Joe Curnutte, Michael Dalto, Henry Vick, Stephanie Wright Thompson, "The Tremendous Tremendous," The Mad OnesFred Backus, Hope Cartelli, Stephen Heskett, Kent Meister, Josh Mertz, Robert Pinnock, Shelley Ray, "Theater of the Arcade: Five Classic Video Games Adapted for the Stage," Piper McKenzie & the Fifth Wall in association with the Brick TheaterOutstanding Solo Performance Nat Cassidy, "Things at the Doorstep: An Evening of Horror Based on the Works of H.P. Lovecraft," Manhattan Theatre Source, Greg Oliver Bodine, and Nat Cassidy Andrea Caban, "Questions My Mother Can't Answer," Coyote Rep and soloNOVA Arts Festival in association with Jack SharkeyElaine Del Valle, "Brownsville Bred," Del Valle ProductionsMonica Hunken, "Blondie of Arabia," Monica Hunken and Co. Darrell James, "St. Nicholas," Theatre of the Expendable Grant Neale, "Polanski, Polanski," Nomad Theatrical and soloNOVA Arts FestivalOutstanding Actor in a Featured RoleDavid Darrow, "The Revival," Project Y Theatre Company Daniel Abeles, "Keep Your Baggage With You (at all times)," Artists Empire Gregory Konow, "An Impending Rupture of the Belly," Godlight Theatre Company Jeff Pagliano, "Fracturing," Sweeter Theater Productions Colin Pritchard, "The Drowsy Chaperone," The Gallery Players Brent Vimtrup, "Sight Unseen," InProximity Theatre CompanyOutstanding Actress in a Featured Role Deanna McGovern, "An Impending Rupture of the Belly," Godlight Theatre Company Becky Byers, "Dog Act," Flux Theatre Ensemble Elizabeth Neptune, "Weekend at an English Country Estate," Ateh Theater Group Lauren Roth, "Billy Carver and the Children in Mind," OPTimistiksNicole Taylor, "The Navigator," WorkShop Theater Company Laura von Holt, "(oh my god I am so) THIRST(y)," Little Lord (a theater company)Outstanding Actor in a Lead RoleNick Paglino, "An Impending Rupture of the Belly," Godlight Theatre Company D.J. Canaday, "A Christmas Carol," Literally Alive Trent Dawson, "The Revival," Project Y Theatre Company Kevin Kane, "Someone Who'll Watch Over Me," The Collective NY Jeff Paul, "Interchange," WorkShop Theater Company Craig E. Treubert, "The Drowsy Chaperone," The Gallery PlayersOutstanding Actress in a Lead Role Kristen Vaughan, "Benefactors," Retro Productions Virginia Bartholomew, "Macbeth," Redd Tale Theatre Company Jill Bianchini, "Balm in Gilead," T. Schreiber Studio Kelly Anne Burns, "The Navigator," WorkShop Theater Company Belle Caplis, "Balm in Gilead," T. Schreiber Studio Heather E. Cunningham, "Benefactors," Retro Productions Daphne Gaines, "The Walk Across America for Mother Earth," Talking Band in association with La MaMa Experimental Theater Club Outstanding Director Leslie Kincaid Burby, "The Navigator," WorkShop Theater Company Gyda Arber, "Theater of the Arcade: Five Classic Video Games Adapted for the Stage," Piper McKenzie & the Fifth Wall in association with the Brick Theater Michole Biancosino, "The Revival," Project Y Theatre Company Hans Friedrichs, "The Drowsy Chaperone," The Gallery Players Robert Z. Grant, "Someone Who'll Watch Over Me," The Collective NY Rachel Klein, "Circus of Circus," The House of Yes Paul Zimet, "The Walk Across America for Mother Earth," Talking Band in association with La MaMa Experimental Theater Club Outstanding Choreography/Movement Christine O'Grady, "The Drowsy Chaperone," The Gallery Players Karina Casiano and Daniel Irizarry, "The Orphans," La MaMa Experimental Theater Club presents La Criatura Theater Angela L. Harriell, Rachel Klein, and Ashley Morgan Monroe, "Circus of Circus," The House of Yes Aaron Haskell, "Wake Up, You're Dead," La MaMa Experimental Theater Club Austin McCormick, "Nutcracker Rouge," Company XIV Elisabetta Spuria, "disOriented," Theatre CoOutstanding Lighting Design Duane Pagano, "The Navigator," WorkShop Theater Company Joie Bauer, "Brownsville Bred," Del Valle ProductionsAlex Fabozzi, "Someone Who'll Watch Over Me," The Collective NY Ben Hagen, "The Revival," Project Y Theatre Company Ryan Metzler, "St. Nicholas," Theatre of the Expendable Stan Pressner, "Pass the Blutwurst, Bitte," La MaMa Experimental Theater Club Eric Southern, "The Caucasian Chalk Circle," Pipeline Theatre CompanyOutstanding Costume Design Ryan J. Moller, "The Drowsy Chaperone," The Gallery Players Krista Amigone, "Someone Who'll Watch Over Me," The Collective NY Kae Burke, "Circus of Circus," The House of Yes Hwi-won Lee, "The Country Wife," Odyssey Productions Machine Dazzle, "The Walk Across America for Mother Earth," Talking Band in association with La MaMa Experimental Theater Club Zane Pihlstrom, "Nutcracker Rouge," Company XIV Anne Wingate, "Balm in Gilead," T. Schreiber StudioOutstanding Set Design Kevin Judge, "The Revival," Project Y Theatre Company Matt Brogan, "Balm in Gilead," T. Schreiber Studio Duane Pagano, "The Navigator," WorkShop Theater Company Jason Paradine, "Dog Act," Flux Theatre Ensemble Jeff Stander, "Dear Ruth," Retro Productions Hal Tine, "The Changing Room," T. Schreiber StudioOutstanding Sound Design Aldo Perez, "Radio Purgatory," Theater THE Tim Boyce, The Spring Fling, F*It Club Quentin Chiappetta, "The Navigator," WorkShop Theater Company Andy Cohen, "Balm in Gilead," T. Schreiber Studio M.L. Dogg, "The Land Whale Murders," Shelby Company Christopher Loar, "(un)afraid," NY Neo-Futurists Amit Prakash, "The Revival," Project Y Theatre CompanyOutstanding Innovative Design Kae Burke, aerial and circus rigging design, "Circus of Circus," The House of Yes Matt Acheson and Tom Lee, puppet design, "The Secret History of the Swedish Cottage," Swedish Cottage Marionette Theatre Volodymyr Klyuzko and Mikhail Shraga, projection design, "Raven," La MaMa Experimental Theater Club Alex Koch, video and projection design, "Feeder: A Love Story," terraNOVA Collective Hugh Morris, art installation, "Michael & Edie," The Greenpoint Division Tatsushi Tahara, film and cinema design, "Radio Purgatory," Theater THEOutstanding Original Music Cormac Bluestone, "The Caucasian Chalk Circle," Pipeline Theatre Company Chris Chappell and Frank Padellaro, "Theater of the Arcade: Five Classic Video Games Adapted for the Stage," Piper McKenzie & the Fifth Wall in association with the Brick Theater Live Footage, "Displaced Wedding," New Worlds Theatre Project George MacDonald, "The Country Wife," Odyssey Productions Aldo Perez, "Radio Purgatory," Theater THE Colonna Sonora, "Woyzeck," Toy Box Theatre CompanyOutstanding Original Short Script Isaac Oliver, "Come Here," The Spring Fling, F*It Club Vincent Marano, "My Baby," Ingenius Short Play Festival, Manhattan Theatre SourceClay McLeod Chapman, "Diary Debris," "The Pumpkin Pie Show: Amber Alert," Horse Trade Theater GroupClay McLeod Chapman, "Sixteen Again," "The Pumpkin Pie Show: Amber Alert," Horse Trade Theater GroupAaron Wigdor Levy, "Monroe, Illinois: Over Here/Townie," On the Square Productions Anna Ziegler, "If," The Spring Fling, F*It Club Outstanding Original Full-Length Script Jonathan Blitstein, "Keep Your Baggage With You (at all times)," Artists Empire Eddie Antar, "The Navigator," WorkShop Theater Company Jeff Lewonczyk, "Theater of the Arcade: Five Classic Video Games Adapted for the Stage," Piper McKenzie & the Fifth Wall in association with the Brick Theater Sara Montgomery, "Weekend at an English Country Estate," Ateh Theater Group Matt Pelfrey, "An Impending Rupture of the Belly," Godlight Theatre Company Matt Wilson, "Play America (Life Is Short, Wear Your Party Pants)," Sister SylvesterOutstanding Performance Art Production "Locker #4173b," NY Neo-Futurists "(un)afraid," NY Neo-Futurists "Hold Music," PegLeg Productions/Culture Project's Women Center Stage 2011 "Radio Purgatory," Theater THE "The Bitter Poet: Looking for Love in All the Wrong Black Box Performance Spaces," The Bitter Poet "Wake Up, You're Dead," La MaMa Experimental Theater Club "Woman of Leisure and Panic," soloNOVA Arts FestivalOutstanding Production of a Musical "The Drowsy Chaperone," The Gallery Players "(oh my god I am so) THIRST(y)," Little Lord (a theater company) "A Christmas Carol," Literally Alive "Reefer Madness: The Musical," The Gallery Players "The Human Comedy," Astoria Performing Arts Center "The Walk Across America for Mother Earth," Talking Band in association with La MaMa Experimental Theater ClubOutstanding Production of a Play "Balm in Gilead," T. Schreiber Studio "Benefactors," Retro Productions "Circus of Circus," The House of Yes "St. Nicholas," Theatre of the Expendable "The Navigator," WorkShop Theater Company "The Revival," Project Y Theatre Company